This bill amends the Digital Fair Repair Act to include motorcycles alongside digital electronic equipment, thereby expanding the scope of the law to cover repair services for motorcycles. Key definitions within Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 325E.72, are updated to incorporate motorcycles, including terms such as "authorized repair provider," "documentation," and "independent repair provider." The bill specifies that original equipment manufacturers must provide documentation, parts, and tools for motorcycles on fair and reasonable terms, similar to the existing requirements for digital electronic equipment.

Additionally, the bill outlines limitations on the obligations of original equipment manufacturers, clarifying that they are not required to disclose trade secrets or provide access to certain information. It also states that manufacturers are not liable for damages resulting from repairs performed by independent providers. The amendments ensure that the same rights and responsibilities that apply to digital electronic equipment also extend to motorcycles, promoting fair access to repair resources for both owners and independent repair providers.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 325E.72